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Astros still bidding against Yankees for Rays slugger ahead of trade deadline
The trade deadline has finally arrived, and it is currently unclear exactly how much the Houston Astros can or will do. After trading for Yusei Kikuchi on Monday, the Astros are already down several top potential trade chips, and their payroll situation is even less flexible than it was before the move.
Insurance rates could climb for some Texas coastal homeowners, businesses
The Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, the state's insurer of last resort for homes and businesses on the Gulf Coast, will consider raising rates as climate change increases the chances of more severe storms and damages become more costly.The association's board of directors is expected to vote on a 10% rate increase for residential and business policyholders at their Aug. 6 meeting. If approved, Texas Insurance Commissioner Cassie Brown would have to sign off on the increase for it to take effect.Homeowners typically pay $2,300 a year for a TWIA policy. The proposed rate increase would bump their annual insurance premium...
Constables arrest burglary suspects in Harris County
HOUSTON, Texas — Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's office have apprehended two suspects in connection with a burglary on Cellini Drive. On July 23, 2024, deputies responded to the 14000 block of Cellini Drive regarding a burglary of a habitation. Upon arrival, the complainant reported that unknown suspects had forced entry through the back door and stolen various jewelry items, according to a press release from Constable Mark Herman's office.
Texas DPS pilots intercept plane smuggling illegal immigrants
PORT ISABEL, Texas - DPS Aircraft Operations Division intercepted a plane carrying eight illegal immigrants near Port Isabel on July 30, 2024.DPS Pilots noticed suspicious activity with a plane around Kingsville, Texas, and then intercepted it when it landed near Port Isabel. On board, they discovered eight illegal immigrants from Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.The case is now under investigation, stated the agency. MORE BORDER WATCH stories on MyTexasDaily.com
Human Remains Found Confirmed to be Missing Texas Woman
Recently discovered human remains put an end to a tragic weeks-long search for a Texas woman who went missing while on vacation with her husband. The Grand County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the human remains discovered on July 22 belong to Miranda Ankofski, who went missing with her husband during their annual Moab trip in June.
Texas Lottery Confirms Mega Millions Million Dollar Win Tuesday
Monday night's Powerball lottery game in Texas produced two new Lone Star Millionaires. The million-dollar Powerball winners were sold in Hempstead, Texas, and Corpus Christi, Texas. Not be outdone, Mega Millions, the other multi-state lottery game available in Texas has just confirmed via the Texas Lottery that it has produced...
GHBA: Rebuilding after Hurricane Beryl
In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) has shared tips for homeowners as they rebuild and recover. Before re-entering a home, take note of possible structural damage, electrical issues or gas leaks. If there’s a sulfur or rotten egg smell, turn off the main gas valve and get in contact with your gas company.
Deputies Arrest Couple Accused Of Tying Teenage Daughter To Tree In Washington Co.
Washington County deputies arrested a Texas couple for tying their 15-year-old daughter to a tree with a ratchet strap and leaving her outside. Deputies said family members called them out to Vera because the girl had been tied up for three days. They said they found the girl sitting on...
Tech groups challenge Texas law requiring parental consent for kids’ social media accounts
AUSTIN, Texas — This article originally appeared in The Texas Tribune. Read the original article here. Two tech industry groups, the Computer and Communications Industry Association and NetChoice, filed a lawsuit on Tuesday to block a new Texas law that would require platforms like Instagram and Facebook to register the age of all users and get consent from a parent or guardian before minors create an account.
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